Sorenson's Sabres

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Unit Description

Sorenson's Sabres was an elite & independent 31st Century BattleMech Company for the Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery.

History

Third Succession War

Formation

During the late Third Succession War of the early 31st Century, the Sabres were created by order of 5th Sword of Light's commanding officer Tai-sho Palmer Conti. After the 3rd Company's commanding officer Captain Abraham Silvereen was killed in foot riot on Worrell, Conti then Leutenant Daniel Sorenson was placed in command by Conti. He then renamed 3rd Company, Tarwater's Battalion, 5th Sword of Light Silvereen's Stallions to offically the Sorenson's Sabres as of April 3021.[1]

After taking command, DCMS had shortage of fighters, took Sabre's Aerospace away, save one. With execution of Sabre's previous command lance lancemates, Daniel Sorenson re-organize the company and added new personel to the unit. This re-organization was considered at the time most unsual configured company in DCMS service.[2]

The 3021-3022 Raids of the Lyran Commonwealth

In July 3021, the unit was deployed on its first mission as Sabres. It parent regiment's combat doctrine, the unit raided House Steiner worlds of Fatima, Fort Loudon, and Morningside.

During this raids, the 5th doctrine of hitting fast and hitting hard served the unit well. Sabres typically by-passed the unit defenders's position to his unguarded civilian complexes. These strikes were aimed to demoralize the opposition. On Fort Loundon and Fatima, the unit city fights turn highly successful, specially with use of unit's rare Phoenix Hawk LAM conducting pinpoint strafes when needed.

Most noted action during the campaign was on Fatima, where in the city of Nueve Lisbon. Tai-i Sorenson, use tactical tricky to fool the defenders into believing the Sabres were larger force that really were. By fooling the Steiners retreating from Sabre's "regimental" size, they were able to hit their city targets with easy.

By the time the unit pushed as far world of Pandora, the unit was badly depleted. The unit there had destroyed large warehouse of food and and supplies. Fortunately, that despite its weaken condition, the unit cause House Steiner defenders by complete surprised due to their string of raids. By January 3022, the unit would return to the Galedon Military District from its long campaign.[3]

Refit and Pirates

After returning to the Combine, the unit was stationed on Bad News. There the unit began a year worth of refit and relaxation from their long and successfull string of raids.

In August, the unit was reassigned to serve with it parent Battalion and Regiment on Luthien as part of the world's garrison force.

The unit near boring garrison duties ended as it and rest of the Tarwater's Battalion were deployed to Principality of Rasalhague. world of New Caledonia May 3023. On world, the battalion spread out to protect world's assets from constent pirate raids on planet.

During their what would seen as boring garrison assignment. However in December, a battalion worth of troops had arrived on other side of planet, beseiging the isolated city of Llyddwich. In response, the Sabres were deployed hastly by dropship to scene. The raiders of this commanded Bandit King Corvin “Scourge” Scantoli. The what appeared to be a water raid, but unlike other pirate attacks it was well coordinated. Using force of Light BattleMechs, raids had pin the Llyddwich's defenders. Tai-i Sorenson, and his force arrived and was able free beliegered militia's infantry force able help to take down the raiders.[4]

Futher pirates raids accumlated in the Bandit King Scantoli death at hand of Tai-i Daniel Sorenson on New Years Eve raid in December 3023.[5]

The Fourth Succession War

Northwind

In the Fourth Succession War, the Sabres had been stayed with 5th Sword. Initially, the unit had not seen much action in early part of the War, being garrisoned along House Steiner border. However, in 3029, the 5th Sword deployed Northwind with other elite regiments in the effort to assist House Liao phlight against House Davion. 5th Sword's commander assigned Sabres on special mission on planet. The unit was under strict orders, having its 'Mechs painted in special coating. They were order walk through city of Cromarty's water reservior. Unknown to them, Conti and ISF had painted the unit's 'Mech with special paint that released a virus that would disable and kill thousands, including the planet's principle defenders. The sickly, 5th Deneb Light Cavalry bare was able to fight, with its mercenary support throwing itself against with suicidal effort. Sabres with Genosha and 5th Swords would be forced withdraw when entire mercenary brigade of the Northwind Highlanders would arrive save Davion forces.[6][7]

Nusakan

On Nusakan, the Sabres were used as flankers, while majority of the unit engage in Tai-so Conti's gamble to attained glory for himself by destroyed Kell Hounds. However, the elite mercenary unit, would devastate the 5th Sword, with Sabres being spared heavy damage due then being on fringe of the fight. Conti's duel would soon be lost, war's end would mark disgrace for the 5th Sword of Light.[8]

The Sabre's Crisis and its fall from Grace

The devastation to the 5th Sword of Light would not effect the unit's status. Over course of seven years, it would be used to quick strikes and fades across the House Davion border.

The formation of the Free Rasalhague Republic in 3034 would send the unit into chaos. Half of its numbers were of Rasalhagians descent, which cause clash loyalties while stationed on Togura. Two of unit's MechWarriors, Izora Soderstrom and Cedrick Sveinson, would turn on their long time commander whom was also a fellow Rasalhagians. Tai-I Daniel Sorenson would be forced to arrest them. Over the night, with effort of unknown party, would escape with number of other Rasalhagians where part of unit's support staff.

Tai-I Sorenson, would lead his remaining loyal warriors in pursuit of their wayward soldiers. He had pleaded them to honorably resign, but instead they would fire on him instead. With no choice, he and rest would begin fight now Ronin elements. The battle would turn ugly, both are killed in exchange of fire. A wayward laser would from Vernon Marrone's Stinger would cause Eleanor Rubach, friend of Sveinson to smash Vernon's cockpit her's mechs fist. Sorenson would too, have turn his Marauder guns on her for turing against one his own people.

Ragged and reduced to two lances worth of 'Mechs, the unit would return to base to discover they had orders to deploy to aide KungsArmé on Damian as part to shore new Republic up. The orders from Kanrei Theodore Kurita would also include orders to that allowed for any personnel whom wish leave the DCMS to so with no problems.

The unit would arrive on Damian in February of 3035. By this time, moral of the unit was shattered. Replacement personnel would not arrive until they reached the planet. When pirates under the command of Bandit King Hendrik Grimm came to raid the planet, the Sabres in their demoralized state were unable prevent the pirates from making their way stolen goods. The fight would mark death of the unit's LAM pilot, Clay Moretti and unit fall from grace.

The unit would be pulled from active rooster of the 5th Sword of Light and exiled to garrison duty on the periphery border.[9]

Exile and Rebirth

The Sabres were assigned to Enif, as part of defense of a Armor production complex. On world, Tai-I Sorenson was determined to rebuild his unit. With raw recruits and determination he had his new people and machine face each other in lance vs. lance training Excerises. These proved to aide in rebuilding the camaraderie,, improved its new member's skills. However, it was in 3042 where unit was put to the test when pirate arrived raid stocked food warehouse on planet. The Sabres were able to intercept the raiders, and unit able capture the pirates and their underarmed Union Class DropShip. Unit moral soared as only loss was actuator on unit's Jenner.

Three months after the battle, unit was caught by surprise by pirates while in middle of mock fighting exercises. The Fire Lance, only lance which was not armed with training ammunition and weapon configurations stalled for time. While the rest of the company withdrew to rearm with live ammunition and make shift repairs. The raiders nearly cut unit's force in half, but last minute action took down two of Pirate's assault class BattleMechs. This triggered the pirates to flee the field, with tell-tail sign that leader had just been taken down.

In one of the down BattleMech was piloted by Florence "Tap" Tappis, Consort to notorious Pirate Slaver, "Mad" Max Smythe whom was based out of periphery world of Antallos. The unit's resident integrator, Sharron Burgoz managed to reveal previous raid months early were elements of the Band of the Damned pirate band and they were planning major strike against Combine. In July, ISF interrogators arrive to work over Taps, However they gave new orders to Sorenson and his Sabres directly from Warlord of Galedon. They were ordered to secretly deploy seek out the both Symth's Slavers and Band of Damned. Seeking growing confidence in his unit, Tai-i Daniel Sorenson saw this as good sign for the unit. Within limited area work with, the Sabres over the months sought out the slavers and Damned. They only managed intercept slaver vessel with its escorts, with year of searching they were order to Tabayama as garrison force. However, notably, they were also re-attached to the 5th Sword of Light's TO&E, they had finally rose from disgrace at last.[10]

3048-49 Border Raids

In late 3047, border raids against the Draconis Combine gradually increased. Concerned of pending action, Sorenson Sabre's receive orders from the Warlord of Galedon to probe Davion space to collect information regarding the Federated Commonwealth's actions. [11] From their base Fort Jinjiro on Capra in May 3048, the Sabres set off check preparedness of the Draconis March.

In August, the unit made burn towards Udibi, to investigate the planet status. Intelligence so-far gathered revealed AFFC had been stocking up on provisions. On the ground, the Sabres clash with defending Merc unit known as the Fuchida’s Fusiliers. Sabres were surprise find Mercenaries on unimportant world. In the battle in Outer Gorge area, they manage inflict considerable amount damage against the large merc force. The Fusiliers pulled back to the city of Paulo Bay, loose two their men to Sabres as they withdrew from the planet. Sharron Bugroz integration of the captured mercenaries revealed nothing of value was accruing in Robinson Operational Area.[12]

After three months of probing Davion border, the unit would soon return to Capri, where rendered refit and resupply of their force. In November, Capra comes under attack by raiders, where Sabres respond to repel the attack. The raiders turn out to be elements of the Band of the Damned. Tai-i Sorenson is able contact Warlord of Galedon, which dispatches the 7th Pesht Regulars respond to deep raids by the Band.

Shortly after Sabres once more resume their probing of the Davion border.[13]

With information from the ISF, Sabres execute a deep raid against world of Brundage in February of 3049. There instructions were to stall, while intelligence mole can be recovered. The battle on outskirts of New Boyceton, turn out to be elements of the 3rd Lyran Regulars. Sabres managed to stall for time, so the ISF forces could extract their spy. Unit taking damage, but was able make good their escape and allowing the spy be retrieved. The ISF spy revealed Fox's Teeth Company had been behind the raids in Galedon District. Sorenson's decides go after the Foxes, on Benet III.[14]

In June, 3049, the two units clash outside of Foxes' base in Aurora Badlands. Sabre's battle with Foxes proves battle with where both side claims victory. As each other were wearing down, Sorenson calls for withdraw. In their fighting withdraw from the planet their comrade Busosenshi Burgoz is killed covering the Sabre's withdraw from battle. The battle would proves to the DMCS High Command that Davions were not setting up for new conflict. Sabres would return home with score settled between them and the Raiders.[15][16]

Advance Equipment Trial Unit

For its service to House Kurita, Kanrei Theodore Kurita awarded the unit with the status of a true independence unit. No longer attached to the 5th Sword of Light and other frontline regiments, the Sabres faded from TO&E and became a black ops unit, secret force.

The unit's role as a Advance Equipment Trial unit for Experimental Technology became mainstay of Sabre's mission. Since 3040s, the Sabr's 'Mechs had been fitted out with experimental equipment or prototypes. Due to this status, the unit never fought in front lines of the Clan Invasion of 3050. Working with scientists, the unit would be first try C3 Computer and Combine's first generation of OmniMechs.[17]

The Combine-Ghost Bear War

In 3061, unit's founder and commanding officer Tai-i Daniel Sorenson of the Sorenson's Sabres retired from service. Command was handed to long time unit member, Albert Benton. In moving change of command speech, Tai-i Benton announced Sorenson's Sabres would retain its name instead of changing it as old 5th Sword of Light tradition decrees. He had said retention of the name was to honor the man who led the unit through good times and bad.

As after taking command of the unit, was ordered to the Ghost Bear Dominion border with the combine. By 3062 the unit deployed into the conflict with Ghost Bears, that Black Dragon Society influenced Alshain Avengers triggered. Unit for first time since 3049, saw active combat. The unit took independent actions raiding the Dominion border, gaining reputation the Bears. So much so, that Tai-i Benton and Sabres were specifically request to attend war's Trial of Possession for Courchevel to end the war. Benton, had single handily taken down Kingfisher Assault OmniMech in one-on-one combat.

After the war, the unit was recalled to Luthien where it was reassigned as part of the Otomo by request of Coordinator Theodore Kurita, as part his body guard unit.[18]

Jihad

The Sorenson's Sabres were assigned to operate as an independent company under the command of the 1st Genyosha as of December 3067 and were used to flank opponents and provide a reserve force in the Battle of Luthien. The unit departed the planet in 3071 and were seen under contract to Chandrasekhar Kurita on Arcturus in 3073.[19]

Officers

Tactics

3021-3034

When the unit first formed in 3021, the unit original configuration of LAM and Aerospace fighter in place of conventional BattleMechs. This composition allowed for unique tactics to be employed. One which Aerospace Fighter of the Command lance would work closely with them, while Phoenix Hawk LAM would be used conduct quick strafing runs. They would be able pin down and out maneuver enemy's fasted 'Mechs. The Sabres during this era had developed their skills as Urban city fighters and masters of deception. Many occasions which the unit deceived less experience defenders into thinking they were large force, instead of a Company worth of units. It was felt that the smaller size allowed for more flexibility in combat situations. Unit principally specialty attack and fade attacks for independent actions such raids or probes. In very early days, unit would not attack highly defended targets and go for the less defended locations. [24]

Composition History

3021[25]

3030[25]

  • Command Lance
    • Tai-i Daniel Sorenson MAD-3R Marauder
    • MechWarrior Colin Toronagi CRK-5003-O Crockett
    • Pilot Elden Berardinelli SL-25 Samurai
    • MechWarrior Izora Soderstrom PHX-1K Phoenix Hawk
  • Fire Lance
    • Chu-i Cedrick Sveinson LGB-OW Longbow
    • MechWarrior Emory Wilk RFL-3N Rifleman
    • MechWarrior Sharron Burgaz TBT-7K Trebuchet
    • MechWarrior Albert Benton PNT-9R Panther
  • Pursuit Lance
    • Chu-i Dana Utsonomiya ARC-2K Archer
    • MechWarrior Clay Morreti PHX-HK2 Phoenix Hawk LAM
    • MechWarrior Eleanor Rubach HER-4K Hermes II
    • MechWarrior Vernon Marrone WSP-1K Wasp

3036[25]

  • Fire Lance
    • Chu-i Dana Utsonomiya LGB-0W Longbow
    • Busosenshi Regent Ryal SCP-1N Scorpion
    • Busosenshi Sharron Burgaz TBT-7K Trebuchet
    • Busosenshi Seyla Teresa Martinez PNT-9R Panther

3049[25]

  • Fire Lance
    • Chu-i Dana Utsonomiya LGB-0W Longbow
    • Busosenshi Andrew Martin CGR-1A9 Charger
    • Busosenshi Sharron Burgoz TBT-5K Trebuchet
    • Busosenshi Seyla Teresa Martinez PNT-9T Panther
  • Pursuit Lance
    • Chu-i Albert Benton MON-67 Mongoose
    • Busosenshi Jasmine Rubach HER-4K Hermes II
    • Busosenshi Elden Berardinelli SDR-5K Spider
    • Busosenshi James MacParland WTH-1 Whitworth

3062[25]

3070[25]

  • Command Lance
    • Tai-i Albert Benton BHKU-0F Black Hawk
    • Busosenshi Grace Shiro JR7-K Jenner
    • Busosenshi Hohiro Utsonomya HBK-5P Hunchback
    • Busosenshi Mark Kisomita DRG-9K Grand Dragon
  • Pursuit Lance
    • Chu-i Jasmine Rubach MON-66 Mongoose
    • Busosenshi Wendell D'arnon FS9-0F Firestarter
    • Busosenshi Evette Sorenson SDR-9K Venom
    • Busosenshi James MacPartland WTH-2 Whitworth

Note

During 3049 campaign into FedCom space, the Sorenson's Sabres utilized a Dropship, named Marrakesh Express.[26]

References

  1. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 33 For the Glory of the Golden Pillar - Actual order to Daniel Sorenson take command of 3rd Company, announcement of the creation of Sorenson's Sabre after dissolving Stallions.
  2. Sorenson's Sabres (scenario pack), p. 12 - Early formation and re-organization being unusual.
  3. Sorenson's Sabres (scenario pack), p. 12 Sorenson's Sabres - Original raid against House Steiner after its formation in 3021.
  4. Sorenson's Sabres (scenario pack), p. 13 Sorenson's Sabres (History) - Water Raid of New Caledonia's Llyddwich city.
  5. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 33 Fourth Succession War & Death of a Pirate - New Caledonia pirate raids info expanded with date, name of Bandit King and his timely death by Dan Sorenson.
  6. NAIS The Fourth Succession War Military Atlas Volume 1, p. 78 Northwind - 5th Sword of Light battle on Northwind.
  7. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 34 - Details of Sabre's actions on Northwind.
  8. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 34 - Sabre's action on Nusakan.
  9. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 35 War of the Ronin - Sabres are shattered with wake of the formation of the Free Rasalhague Republic.
  10. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, pp. 35-36 Border Guards/The Path of the Damned - Sabres return from disgrace by stumbling on lead on dangerous pirate band.
  11. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 36,65 - Orders to probe FedCom received.
  12. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 76-77 Touchpoint Udibi - Recon/Probe mission on Udibi, the unit's action on planet.
  13. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 77-78 Touchpoint Capra - Band of the Damn raid Capra while Sabres are resupply/repairing their equipment in November 3049.
  14. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 79-80 Touchpoint Brundage - Extraction raid in FedCom leads Sabres to Fox's Teeth base.
  15. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 80 Touchpoint: Dust Up - Sorenson's Sabres raid the Fox's Teeth's base on Benet III to settle the score between their two nations.
  16. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 44 Sharron Burgoz profile - Burgoz's death notes how the battle ended for the Sabres.
  17. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 37 Serving the Dragon - Unit made independent, Clan War years and role as new equipment trial unit.
  18. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 37 Bears and Beyond - New Commanding officer, Ghost Bear War, and position of honor as body guard unit to the Coordinator.
  19. Jihad Turning Points: Luthien, pp. 6-7, "Combatants"
  20. 20.0 20.1 Sorenson's Sabres (scenario pack), p. 16 - Daniel Sorenson named as Commander in original publication of book.
  21. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 38 - Daniel Sorenson refirmed as Commanding officer of the Sorenson's Sabres from its conception.
  22. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 36-37 Command Lance (3062), (3070) - Albert Benton named as Tai-i (Captain) of Sorenson's Sabers in Starterbook.
  23. Jihad Secrets: The Blake Documents, p. 68 Albert Benton's profile - Albert Benton shown as Commanding Officer of Sorenson's Sabres as of 3075.
  24. Sorenson's Sabres, pp. 13-14 Sorens's Sabres, Composition and Tactics - basic organic make up for 12 units, instead independent company that at time usual 14 (including 2 Aerospace Fighters).
  25. 25.0 25.1 25.2 25.3 25.4 25.5 Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, pp. 32-37, "Unit Compositions"
  26. Starterbook: Sword and Dragon, p. 65 - Daniel Sorenson mentions in his personal journel his unit's impending mission into FedCom and ship they'd be using.

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